Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic. Popular events like the football World Cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
Government should spend money to encourage the development of sports and art for school students, rather than supporting professional sports and art performance for general public. Do agree or disagree?
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Always telling the truth is the most important consideration in any relationship. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
Some people believe that children should spend all of their free time with their families. other believe that this is unneccesary or even negative. Discuss the possible arguments on both sides and say which side you personally support.
When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.
some companies sponsor support as a way to advertise themselves. some people think it is good, while others think there are disadvantages to this. discuss both side and give your opinion.
Imagine that you are in a classroom or a meeting. The teacher or the meeting leader says something incorrect. In your opinion, which of the following is the best thing to do?
— Interrupt and correct the mistake right away.
— Wait until the class or meeting is over and the people are gone, and then talk to the teacher or meeting leader.
— Say nothing.
Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
‘Preventing lifestyle illnesses is the responsibility of individuals and their families, not governments.’ To what extent do you agree or disagree? Support your arguments with examples from your own knowledge and experience.
You are interested in attending a training course abroad but require financial support to do so. Write a letter to the education department requesting financial assistance.
In your letter
•introduce yourself
•describe the training course and how it would benefit your work
•explain why you need financial assistance.
Environmental issues have always been an international problem because governments are not imposing harsh punishments against offenders. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Support your answer with specific reasons and example ?